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First Aid at Work Theory Prep

Theory prep for FAW/EFAW assessments: primary survey to major injuries.

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Q1. Under HSE guidance, what is the primary role of a workplace first aider?
  • A.  To give immediate, practical help to someone who is injured or becomes ill, and to summon further help if needed
  • B.  To diagnose the casualty's medical condition and prescribe treatment
  • C.  To complete the accident book instead of the injured person
  • D.  To take over from paramedics once they arrive on scene
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✓ Answer: A. To give immediate, practical help to someone who is injured or becomes ill, and to summon further help if needed
A first aider's job is to give prompt, practical help and to call for appropriate further assistance (ambulance, doctor) — not to diagnose or treat conditions in the way a clinician would. Diagnosis is outside the first aider's scope and can lead to inappropriate treatment.
Q2. A first aider wants to grade a casualty's level of consciousness quickly during the primary survey. Which scale is designed for this rapid check?
  • A.  RIDDOR severity scale
  • B.  AVPU
  • C.  APGAR
  • D.  GCS 15-point clinical chart
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✓ Answer: B. AVPU
AVPU (Alert, Voice, Pain, Unresponsive) is the quick scale first aiders use to grade responsiveness. APGAR is for newborns, the detailed Glasgow Coma Scale chart is used by clinicians, and RIDDOR relates to incident reporting, not consciousness.
Q3. A casualty who needs defibrillation has a transdermal medication patch on their chest exactly where a pad needs to go. What should the first aider do?
  • A.  Remove the patch and wipe the area before applying the pad
  • B.  Place the pad directly on top of the patch
  • C.  Cut the patch in half and leave it in place
  • D.  Refuse to use the AED until medical help arrives
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✓ Answer: A. Remove the patch and wipe the area before applying the pad
Medication patches can block electrical contact and even cause a small burn or spark, so any patch under a pad site should be removed (using gloves) and the skin wiped before the pad is applied. Placing a pad over a patch risks reduced shock delivery and injury.
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Role of the first aider, kits & reporting · 35
Primary survey, DR ABC & recovery position · 35
CPR & defibrillation (adult/child) · 35
Choking, bleeding, shock & wounds · 34
Burns, breaks, sprains, head & spinal injuries · 38
Medical emergencies — heart attack, stroke, seizures, asthma, diabetes, anaphylaxis · 39

Who has to sit the First Aid at Work Theory Prep

Who needs a First Aid at Work Theory Prep?

Designated first aiders in higher-risk workplaces (e.g., construction, factories, warehouses, schools, large offices) to meet employer's legal first aid provision requirements.

The real First Aid at Work Theory Prep: format

What is the First Aid at Work Theory Prep pass mark?

Real exam pass mark: Unit 1: 11/15, Unit 2: 18/25. Our mock marks you at 23 out of 30, the threshold we mark against.

What it costs, and what a resit costs

How much does the First Aid at Work Theory Prep cost?

Real exam fee: £200-£360 (ex VAT)

How hard is it

How hard is the First Aid at Work Theory Prep?

Difficulty: Manageable but intensive, not difficult to pass if engaged.

Why people fail it

Why do people fail the First Aid at Work Theory Prep?

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First Aid at Work Theory Prep: common questions
Frequently asked
How many questions are in the First Aid at Work Theory Prep?
The exam has 30 questions. Every Revision Robin mock uses the same 30-question format so your practice matches the real thing.
How long do you get?
The test is timed at 40 minutes. Our full mock runs on the same clock so you can practise your pacing.
Are these the real exam questions?
No. Our questions are original and written to match the current syllabus, so they give realistic practice without copying the official paper. Every answer comes with a plain-English explanation. Always confirm current rules and content with HSE-aligned awarding bodies.